Día de los Muertos
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Main Museum
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When |
October 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Where |
Main Museum
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When |
October 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Palm Springs Art Museum and the community. A celebration with dance, music, art, storytelling, and the honoring of those who have passed away. Día de los Muertos is a tradition where families and communities gather, build altars, and create pathways to welcome home their loved ones while celebrating life.
Workshops and activities:
- The history of Alebrijes
- Print Making with Pavel Acevedo
- Memory Tree
- Marigold Making
- Calavera Mask Decorating
- Face painting by G’s Modern Creations and Susy Villegas
- Photobooth by Party Life Photobooth
Most activities are drop-in. Space is limited for Print Making and The History of Alebrijes, and a sign-up sheet will be available on the day of the event.
Performances:
10:00 a.m. - Atrium
Mariachi Flor de Dahlia
12:00 p.m. - Annenberg Theater
Conny Velly’s Choreographer Team
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Folklorico
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Danza de Viejitos
1:00 p.m. - Meyerman Garden
Sentimiento Romantico
4:00 p.m. - Annenberg Theater
Reyna Tropical
Altars made by community partners:
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Youth Leadership Institute
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The Center for LGBTQ+
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DAP Health
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College of the Desert
Available for view on the third floor Clayes Wing
Mercado Vendors
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Mucho Churro Mucho Cafe
Mercado Hours 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Elrod and Meyerman Garden
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, please note:
COSTUMES
Costumes are allowed within the following guidelines:
- Masks and full-face coverings are not permitted
- No costume weapons
- Avoid costumes with protruding elements, like wings or shields
- Inflatable costumes are not allowed
FACE PAINTING
Face painting will be available on-site, but if you arrive with face paint, please remember that only half-face designs are allowed. Full-face paint and costume masks are not permitted.
Thank you for your understanding, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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